The phases of the moon are the different ways the Moon looks from Earth during a month. Each lunar phase can be identified by the appearance of the moon and the time of the month. As the Moon moves in space, different parts of it face the Sun. This means that different parts of it are lit up. We only see one side of the moon from Earth because it rotates so that one side is always facing us. The moon phase takes about 29.5 days. The phases of the moon appears to be a circular disk, which is illuminated to some degree by direct sunlight.

Introduction:​ The Moon changes shape every day. Sometimes you can see only part of the Moon. Other times, you can see the entire Moon. Why does this happen? The purpose of this WebQuest is to help you learn why we see phases of the Moon.

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1. Complete Task One on your worksheet. Draw and name eight important phases of the Moon.You will... Draw the eight Moon phases.Write the correct name of these phases.

For Task Two, define the following terms: gibbous, waning, and waxing. You will identify which phases are waxing and waning.

TASK 3:

For Task Three, draw your birthday Moon. What phase was it on the day you were born? Find out and fill in the circle. Also, draw a picture of the phase of the Moon on your 2013 birthday Process Use this website. Select your birthdate. StarDate Online – Phases of the Moon Calendar